Story Keeper: A twisty, atmospheric story of folk tales, family secrets and disappearances

On the Isle of Skye in 1857, Audrey Hart is collecting folk and fairy tales when she discovers the body of a young girl washed up on the beach. The crofters believe the girls are the victims of the restless dead, and Audrey begins to wonder if something else is at work, something linked to the death of her own mother.

\n Format: Paperback / softback
\n Length: 368 pages
\n Publication date: 10 January 2019
\n Publisher: Headline Publishing Group
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From the acclaimed author of "The Unseeing" comes a captivating and atmospheric period novel set on the enchanting Isle of Skye. This enthralling tale weaves together a mesmerizing blend of folk tales, disappearances, and injustice, resonating with readers who have enjoyed the captivating works of Hannah Kent's "Burial Rites" or Beth Underdown's "The Witch Finder's Sister."

Immersed in the rugged landscapes and rich cultural heritage of the Isle of Skye in 1857, the story follows the journey of Audrey Hart, a young and determined researcher tasked with collecting the folk and fairy tales of the local communities. However, her task is not without its challenges, as the Highland Clearances have left a trail of devastation and poverty, and a community gripped by fear and suspicion.

As Audrey delves deeper into her research, she stumbles upon the tragic discovery of a young girl's body washed up on the beach. The crofters reveal that another girl had disappeared only a few weeks earlier, and they believe that the girls are the victims of the restless dead—spirits who take the form of birds. Initially, Audrey is convinced that the girls are being abducted, but as the story unfolds, she begins to suspect that there is a deeper and more sinister force at work.

Driven by a burning desire for justice and closure, Audrey embarks on a perilous quest to unravel the mysteries surrounding the disappearances. As she delves into the past, she uncovers a web of secrets and lies that connect to her own mother's death many years before. The more she learns, the more she realizes that the fate of the missing girls is intertwined with her own personal history, and that she may be the only one who can save them.

"The Isle of Skye" is a masterful blend of historical fiction, mystery, and suspense, filled with vivid descriptions, intricate characters, and a haunting sense of atmosphere. Author Sarah Pearse has created a captivating and immersive world that will keep readers on the edge of their seats until the very last page.

This novel is not to be missed by fans of historical fiction, mystery, and atmospheric storytelling. Prepare to be transported to the enchanting Isle of Skye and immerse yourself in a tale that will linger in your memory long after you turn the last page.

\n Weight: 258g\n
Dimension: 179 x 142 x 24 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9781472234803\n \n